Irish Experience Tours Reviews | Guest Experiences & Testimonials

I thought about adding pictures, but no picture can capture the real world beauty that Ireland has to offer.
Irish Experience tours is exceptional. The Bus is clean, comfortable, and small groups are the way to go.We're on and off the buses quickly for quick stops and much more flexible in where we could go and stop.
We upgraded accommodations solely for the elevators. One of our group was in the B& B's and loved them as well. Breakfasts were exceptional at every stop. The food in Ireland is amazing everywhere. If you're a beer lover you'll learn the joys of Irelands low alcohol beers that are some of the best I've ever had. Pub stops are one of the attractions. Irish people love to talk and you'll learn so much over a few pints and probably have a few new friends before you leave. Don't judge any pub by the outside. some of the best don't exactly look the best.
The people. As I said, they love to talk. We met so many nice Irish people who were so engaging and fun to talk to. We met some great people on our tour and became friends.
Irish Experience tours are well deserved of the 5 stars. Communication was excellent and any concerns were immediately addressed. The 13 day tour was a whirlwind. We saw and did so much.
No review would be complete with the one part that can make or break a tour. The guide. Anthony was our spirit guide for the trip. He was funny, informative, full of stories and history and an incredible driver capable of squeezing a big bus through many ,many small places. We can't thank Anthony enough. He truly is a gem and make sure you check out his incredible pictures he's taken over the years.

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We had a trip of a lifetime with our guide Lee Jones and our fellow travelers on the Wild Irish Experience tour. It all starts with Lee, a proud Irishman, story teller and brilliant Irish history scholar. He put us all at ease with his unflappable nature, organizational skills and careful planning.
We visited the sights and towns along the Wild Atlantic Way. Our trip took us to the lovely towns of Westport, Dingle and Kilkenny, just to name a few. Our accommodations in each town were excellent and included full breakfasts. We visited the beautiful Kylemoore Abby and its spectacular gardens. We spent an afternoon in exploring the shops in Galway and enjoying the oysters. The sheepdog demonstration was fun and educational. The castles, abbeys and cathedrals all hold the stories of the complicated and violent history of Ireland. The landscape is breathtaking! My favorite ride was down the Slea Head Peninsula Drive. The beauty of Ireland is unparalleled. Its lush green terrain is dotted with sheep and cows. I felt like I was witnessing a living history, something ancient and still alive.
I highly recommend this trip and our amazing guide, Lee Jones.

We toured Ireland in 2023 with Lee as our guide. Because of all he did to make our last trip so amazing, we booked another one. When we found out Lee Jones was our guide again, we were beyond excited. We are extremely grateful for the ways he goes above and beyond his role. We learned and laughed so much! Our group felt like a family!

We booked the 11-Day Ultimate Irish Experience Tour for May 9 – 29th of this year. It was a perfect, comprehensive tour of the Republic or Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The itinerary was well-planned, the accommodations and breakfasts were excellent, the touring vehicle was roomy and perfectly suited for our small group, and the guided tour done by the Incredible ‘Man from Tralee’, Lee, made it an outstanding experience!

Lee’s vast knowledge of his country, his genuine interest in learning about his group members and their interests, and his incredible sense of humour kept us all engaged, laughing, and active participants throughout the journey.

We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this tour. Moreover, the included as well as optional activities were thoughtfully chosen to showcase the island’s long, vibrant, yet sometimes tragic history as well as the breathtaking Irish countryside and coastlines.

We cannot say enough positive things about this tour, and we highly recommend others to consider Irish Experience Tours as your best way to explore this amazing island.

What an incredible tour! Thanks so much to Irish Experience Tours and our guide/driver, Lee Jones, for helping us experience the magic of The Emerald Isle!

Amazing Experience on the Emerald Isle! We booked the 11-Day Ultimate Irish Experience Tour for May 9 – 29th of this year. It was a perfect, comprehensive tour of the Republic or Ireland and Northern Ireland.

The itinerary was well-planned, the accommodations and breakfasts were excellent, the touring vehicle was roomy and perfectly suited for our small group, and the guided tour done by the Incredible ‘Man from Tralee’, Lee, made it an outstanding experience!

Lee’s vast knowledge of his country, his genuine interest in learning about his group members and their interests, and his incredible sense of humour kept us all engaged, laughing, and active participants throughout the journey.

We thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of this tour. Moreover, the included as well as optional activities were thoughtfully chosen to showcase the island’s long, vibrant, yet sometimes tragic history as well as displaying the breathtaking Irish countryside and coastlines.

We cannot say enough positive things about this tour, and we highly recommend others to consider Irish Experience Tours as your best way to explore this amazing island.

What an incredible tour! Thanks so much to Irish Experience Tours and especially our guide/driver, Lee Jones, for helping us experience the magic of The Emerald Isle!

10/10 Recommend - would book again! I just came back from the 13 day tour, which I joined solo. This tour was truly the experience of a lifetime! I had a group of 9 (started as 10 but 1 left early) across all different ages, and we all became great friends quickly - which had the tour feeling a lot more intimate and exciting. On top of that, our guide Mark was phenomenal! Between his knowledge and passion about Ireland, his humor, and his friendly/casual yet professional demeanor, he really made the tour special. He did his best to make sure that everyone in the group got to have the experiences they set out to have, and never skipped an opportunity for us to all take group photos together at scenic stops. He also always had the best recommendations for pubs, restaurants, and activities to do on our free days. The itinerary itself was great, except now I wish there was a longer option! There were plenty of museums, activities, castles, and local experiences to fill a day - just make sure you weigh your options carefully because you won't always be able to do every recommended activity in a day.

I also celebrated my 30th birthday on this trip, and have no regrets! Mark and my group went above and beyond to celebrate me on my big day, and it was definitely one to remember.

When I was looking for a tour company to book with, I wanted to book with a smaller, locally-owned and operated group - and that's exactly what Irish Experience Tours is. I have zero complaints, and highly recommend this company to everyone!

Mesmerising west coast of Ireland This was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The scenery is spectacular, the accommodation comfortable, the places we visited were varied and so interesting. Lee our driver and guide had boundless enthusiasm - nothing is too much trouble. We absolutely loved this trip and would do it again in a heartbeat.

I was part of the 6-day tour of Northern Ireland with Lee, on May 25-29, 2026. Lee was a competent guide and driver! He was quite informative of our surroundings and provided lots of details.
I do recommend a fuller itinerary for Belfast, there was too much focus on 'the troubles' and there is so much more of the city that was missed. Especially places like C.S. Lewis square, and some of the local artisans who are part of the fabric of the city.
Accommodations were lovely, a bit extravagant for my humble desires, but very nice.
I would have to say that Westport was the highlight of the tour for me, as there was local history and current adventures.